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Liverpool’s 0-0 draw with West Ham in the FA Cup was worst possible result for Jurgen Klopp’s kids.

The Reds already have seven games scheduled for February, including the League Cup final and the manager will be thankful to see some of his injury stars are on the mend.

Philippe Coutinho close to a return

The Brazilian playmaker will complete his final two-three sessions with the rehab team this week. Coutinho will be assessed during the build-up to the Sunderland match and could be named amongst the substitutes.

Jon Flanagan relieved

Jon Flanagan has expressed his relief after more than 20 months out.

‘It’s a great feeling,’ he said. ‘All the hard work I’ve put in, just to be back playing, the fans gave me (an amazing) reception.’

Daniel Sturridge leaves Klopp scratching his head

‘Sometimes it is better, sometimes it is a bit worse because of other issues,’ mused Klopp. ‘He has done a lot of sessions but it is always interrupted with a few breaks. He needs consistency and that’s what we try to do. He cannot play against Leicester and I don’t know what happens after to be honest.’